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Dogs can show human-like ADHD behaviors, study finds - CBS News
Oct 16, 2021 40 secs

Some dogs exhibit behaviors that closely resemble ADHD in humans, according to a study released this month in the journal Translational Psychiatry.

The study, which tracked hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention in more than 10,000 dogs, provides hope for better treatments for both species, the authors said. .

Hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention were found to be more common in young dogs and male dogs, matching the observed demographics of ADHD in humans, the authors said. .

In dogs, ADHD-like traits can present as an inability to calm down, inattention and continuous barking or whining, the authors said. .

The researchers also said they found a link between the ADHD-like behaviors and obsessive-compulsive behavior, aggressiveness and fearfulness

In dogs, obsessive-compulsive behavior includes "tail chasing, continuous licking of surfaces or themselves, or staring at 'nothing,'" the study said

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